Spirit Rock

Spirit Rock Meditation Center is a nonprofit meditation and learning community based in Woodacre, Northern California, just north of San Francisco. Rooted in Insight Meditation and Buddhist Dharma, it supports people seeking greater mindfulness, compassion, and understanding through teachings, practice, and community. Its programs include multi-day residential retreats, beginner-friendly and longer retreats, daylong and weekend programs, drop-in meditation groups, classes, trainings, and family offerings.

Participants can also explore online courses, on-demand learning, practice guides, articles, talks, and a Dharma library featuring teachings from Spirit Rock teachers. Select programs are offered both on campus and online, and some provide continuing education credits. Spirit Rock’s campus and retreat resources help visitors prepare for practice, while scholarship support helps make participation more accessible.

The center also shares recipes inspired by mindful cooking and offers gift certificates. Community members can connect through sanghas, volunteer, and support the organization through donations and giving programs. Through its teachings and programs, Spirit Rock nurtures sustained meditation practice and a welcoming community for learning and reflection